THE GREAT HUNT LEADS TO GREAT JOY

Maribago Bluewater’s Easter Sunday Celebration

Last April 24, 2011, Maribago Bluewater Beach Resort celebrated Easter with a fun-filled outing for kids that culminated with the Great Bluewater Easter Egg Hunt. Under the canopy of tall banyan trees, the picnic grove was transformed into a magical forest draped in pastel colors. The grounds were packed with activity pods that included art coloring, egg-painting, cupcake decorating, games and dance with Bluewater’s mascot, Dolpo, the dolphin. The resort’s Easter Buddies helped kids to ‘hop’ from one fun pursuit to the next.

 COLOR ME FUN. Kids enjoyed the coloring activity with the blue-themed Luau set-up.

After the frenzy, the children settled down to rest with a specially prepared meal. The respite led to a captivating story tale journey by Grace Ferreros, a respected storyteller and a Waldorf Education Trainer.  She enthralled the audience with a story of why Easter is intertwined with Easter bunnies and eggs. With the use of music, candles and other props, the story of the Easter Hare was a rare and memorable treat for the young audience. Then it was on to the much awaited Great Bluewater Easter Egg Hunt. The adventure tots eagerly combed the covered gardens of the magical forest and sands of the beach cove. The wily twists and turns heightened the determination to look for eggs that offer prizes and surprises. A highlight of this activity is that each participant was given “Eco-Friendly” baskets to haul their finds. Crafted by the resort staff, these baskets were made of old newspapers, thus giving out the message to help mother earth and create awareness on the art of recycling. They were decked with blue bunnies for the boys and colorful paper Easter lilies for the girls.

BASKET-FULL OF EGGS. Young participant checks her “Eco” basket and counts her loot.

EGG DANCE. A father helps his son and daughter during the egg dance game.

Each year, Maribago Bluewater and its Dolpo Kids Club find creative ways to celebrate Easter. Its annual Great Bluewater Easter Egg Hunt is one way to bring excitement to our junior guests. It is also a medium for family bonding and education. The ultimate goal is to lead one to find joy, great joy.  So, get ready for next year’s great adventure.